South Coatesville, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Chester County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for South Coatesville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
1,843
2023 ACS
Median Income
$72,976
2023
Median Home Value
$253,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,208
2023
Median Age
35.5
Unemployment
7.3%
Cost of Living Index
122.8
100 = national avg
South Coatesville is a city in Chester County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 1,843 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. South Coatesville is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in South Coatesville is $72,976, and the median home value is $253,900. The cost of living index is 122.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,208 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.3%, and the median age is 35.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
1,843
Male
706
38.3%
Female
1,137
61.7%
Median Age
35.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
18.2%
High School or Higher
44.1%
Foreign Born
7.3%
Veterans
2.3%
Married
22.5%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.630
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
41.6%
Foreign Born
7.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
20.7%
382 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
79.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
1,728
English Only
77.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
304 speakers
Limited English
3.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.7%
Limited English Proficiency
3.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
43
2.3% of population
Disability Rate
13.9%
6 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$40,893
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
43
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$40,893
Non-Veteran Income
$36,697
Difference
$4,196
11.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
6
Without Disability
37
Disability Rate
13.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
851
#1 Ancestry
German
7.9% (145)
#2 Ancestry
English
6.8% (126)
#3 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
6.8% (125)
Top 19 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
738
Family Households
449
60.8%
Married Couples
183
24.8%
Non-Family Households
289
39.2%
Single Mother Households
217
29.4%
Single Father Households
49
6.6%
Living Alone
235
31.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
334
In Married Couple
108
32.3%
With Single Mother
226
67.7%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$79,087
Married Couple Income
$108,750
Single Mother Income
$37,344
Single Father Income
$111,313
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
41
Grandparents Responsible
37
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$72,976
-0% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,119
-6% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.4%
+28% vs national
Gini Index
0.4533
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.3%
+41% vs national
SNAP Recipients
23.0%
of households
How South Coatesville Compares
South Coatesville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. South Coatesville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
South Coatesville, PA has a median household income of $72,976, making it the 11,082nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher median household income than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
South Coatesville, PA has a per capita income of $35,119, making it the 12,147th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher per capita income than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
South Coatesville, PA has a poverty rate of 17.4%, making it the 8,978th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher poverty rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
South Coatesville, PA has a unemployment rate of 7.3%, making it the 6,871st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher unemployment rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in South Coatesville. The median household income here is $72,976.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.3%
+43% vs PA avg
Labor Force
1,054
Employed
977
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
18.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.5
Work from Home
11.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$130.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
122.8
100 = national avg
+22.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,030
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,707
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The median household income in South Coatesville, PA is $72,976, which is 0.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,119. The poverty rate of 17.4% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4533, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.3%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 1,054. 18.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 76.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 122.8, which is 22.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 147.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,030 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$311,745
Median List Price
$395,490
Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Days on Market
59
Active Inventory
8
Months of Supply
1.3
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
33.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
6
New Listings
3
Pending Sales
4
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$186
Median List $/SF
$184
South Coatesville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. South Coatesville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
South Coatesville, PA has a median home value of $253,900, making it the 9,026th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher median home value than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
South Coatesville, PA has a median rent of $1,208, making it the 6,539th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher median rent than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
South Coatesville, PA has a price per square foot of $186, making it the 9,158th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher price per square foot than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
South Coatesville, PA has a rent burden of 19.9%, making it the 8,989th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that South Coatesville has a higher rent burden than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$253,900
Median Rent
$1,208
Total Housing Units
765
Vacancy Rate
3.5%
Owner Occupied
56.9%
Renter Occupied
43.1%
Median Property Tax
$5,550
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,703
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,550
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.19%
of home value
Median Home Value
$253,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,205
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,550) by the median home value ($253,900). In South Coatesville, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 2.19%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in South Coatesville, PA is $311,745 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 59 days on the market. 33.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $186. The median rent is $1,208 per month (Census ACS). About 56.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1967. There are 765 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,550. The effective tax rate is 2.19%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.01
per 1,000 residents
+54% vs national
Property Crime Rate
10.88
per 1,000 residents
-37% vs national
Total Crimes
26
2024
Violent Clearance
0%
cases solved
Property Clearance
16%
cases solved
YoY Change
-23.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How South Coatesville Compares
Source: FBI (2024)South Coatesville vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. South Coatesville is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)South Coatesville police solve 67% of motor vehicle theft cases but only 0% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 1 | 0.57 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1 | 0.57 | 0.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 5 | 2.86 | 0.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 2 | 1.14 | 0.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 14 | 8.01 | 7.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 3 | 1.72 | 66.7% |
South Coatesville, PA reported 7 violent crimes and 19 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.01 per 1,000 residents is 54.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 0% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 14 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 0.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 19 | 4.01 | 10.88 |
| 2023 | 9 | 15 | 5.24 | 8.73 |
| 2022 | 7 | 17 | 4.15 | 10.08 |
| 2020 | 5 | 24 | 3.40 | 16.30 |
| 2019 | 2 | 22 | 1.37 | 15.06 |
| 2018 | 18 | 29 | 12.27 | 19.77 |
| 2017 | 11 | 34 | 7.60 | 23.50 |
| 2016 | 6 | 20 | 4.11 | 13.69 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.9
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
95.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
85.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$26.6M
Individual Assistance
$5.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $15.4M | $2.9M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $7.7M | $1.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $315K | $57K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $159K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $2.3M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $182K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $59K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Tropical Storms Henri and Isabel and Rel… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2003 | — | $652K |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $875K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 26 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,910
Total Claims Paid
$37,557,563
Avg Claim Payout
$19,664
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
8
Federal Funding
$1,075,087
Properties Protected
4
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.44
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 5 | $942,322 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $56,250 |
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $76,515 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
South Coatesville has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, winter weather, heat wave. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (7 declarations). 1,910 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $26,621,601 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,076,257 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
South Coatesville has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.2 mi
Coatesville Va Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coatesville Va Medical Center | 1.2 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
| Chester County Hospital | 11.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Paoli Hospital | 18.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Phoenixville Hospital | 18.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital | 19.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
76.5%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
0.6%
-30% vs national
Work From Home
11.5%
+24% vs national
Carpool
11.4%
How South Coatesville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for South Coatesville, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 76.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.5% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. 11.4% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
96.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
84.4%
of households
No Internet
3.0%
of households
Total Households
738
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
99.1%
of households
Smartphone
87.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
82.7%
of households
Tablet
66.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs Under 10,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
South Coatesville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
96.6% of households in South Coatesville have broadband internet access. 84.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.0% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. South Coatesville is located in Chester County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in South Coatesville.
Election Overview
Source: Chester County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
184,281
56.7%
GOP Votes
137,299
42.3%
Total Votes
324,964
Margin
D+14.5%
Shift from 2020
R+2.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 184,281 | 137,299 | 324,964 | 56.7% | 42.3% | D+14.5 |
| 2020 | 182,372 | 128,565 | 315,753 | 57.8% | 40.7% | D+17.0 |
| 2016 | 140,188 | 115,582 | 266,637 | 52.6% | 43.4% | D+9.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Chester County recorded 324,964 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.7% of the vote compared to 42.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+14.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Chester County has shifted 5.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
10
Total Approved
$1.4M
Jobs Supported
34
Per 10K Residents
54.3
SBA loans
-86.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
6
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
3 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1995–2022
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
8
Total Amount
$993K
Avg Loan
$124,125
Median Loan
$120,000
SBA Guaranteed
$693K(70%)
Jobs Supported
21
Loans
2
Total Amount
$435K
Avg Loan
$217,500
Median Loan
$217,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1
10% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$90K
6% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$90,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Triple Fresh, Inc. | 1 | $309K |
| Premier Woodcraft Ltd. | 1 | $280K |
| Mipame Llc | 1 | $270K |
| Makely Real Estate Llc | 1 | $155K |
| Construction and Consulting | 1 | $150K |
| Chester Countt Transmissions | 1 | $126K |
| Gallagher Construction and Excavation Llc | 1 | $90K |
| Hougar Farms Transport Llc | 1 | $25K |
| Ima Educational Services | 1 | $15K |
| Eden Horticulture Llc | 1 | $8K |
South Coatesville, PA has received 10 SBA loans totaling $1.4M in approved funding between 1995 and 2022. The 7(a) program accounts for 8 loans (80% of the total), supporting 21 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 2 loans totaling $435K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in South Coatesville is TD Bank, National Association with 3 loans. That works out to 54.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
15
Total Population
184,546
Avg Median Income
-$133,237,131
Avg Home Value
-$133,029,467
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19310 | 3,035 | $87,679 | $289,300 | $1,392 | 13.4 |
| 19316 | 68 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.8 |
| 19320 | 55,671 | $88,852 | $302,700 | $1,427 | 81.6 |
| 19330 | 5,678 | $112,885 | $389,500 | $1,139 | 33.4 |
| 19335 | 52,524 | $136,839 | $464,400 | $1,647 | 43.3 |
| 19343 | 8,595 | $161,964 | $543,800 | $1,816 | 27.6 |
| 19344 | 12,910 | $84,164 | $303,900 | $1,348 | 33.1 |
| 19348 | 23,435 | $118,367 | $518,200 | $1,588 | 36.8 |
| 19358 | 182 | $75,577 | $161,300 | $1,308 | 0.1 |
| 19365 | 7,477 | $92,137 | $300,000 | $1,256 | 16.5 |
| 19367 | 170 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 19369 | 186 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 19372 | 2,294 | $120,172 | $292,900 | $2,061 | 0.9 |
| 19375 | 272 | $250,001 | $614,300 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 19390 | 12,049 | $114,403 | $377,700 | $1,221 | 29.3 |
South Coatesville, PA has 15 ZIP codes with a combined population of 184,546. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$133,237,131. The average median home value is -$133,029,467. The average median monthly rent is -$177,776,697.
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